Clerical Assistant 2 - County Wide Division

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania; East Hampshire; On-site; USD 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Corrections is seeking a Clerical Assistant 2 to provide essential clerical support. This full-time position requires strong organizational skills and attention to detail. The role involves filing, typing, and maintaining office records. A competitive salary and state benefits are offered.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Vacation

Sick leave

Holidays

Retirement plan

Qualifications

• Six months as a Clerical Assistant 1 or equivalent federal/state position.
• Ability to perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Provide clerical and office support at the assigned facility.
• Responsibilities include filing, typing documents, and maintaining databases.

Skills

Organized

Detail-oriented

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

THE POSITION

The Department of Corrections, Parole Field Services, County Wide Division Office, is seeking an organized and positive individual to provide clerical support. If you are dedicated, organized, detail-oriented, and interested in clerical work, this may be the position for you. We offer a competitive salary and state benefits including health insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, vacation, sick leave, holidays, and a retirement plan.

If you have the required experience and are looking to start an exciting career, we want to hear from you!

Note: Senate Bill 411 merged the Department of Corrections and the Board of Probation and Parole. This position is within the Department of Corrections.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Clerical Assistant 2, you will provide clerical and office support at the assigned facility. Responsibilities include filing, typing documents, inputting data, operating office equipment, and maintaining databases and records.

Additional details are available in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
• Work hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 1-hour lunch
• Telework is not available for this position
• Starting salary for new employees is $35,306 annually (before taxes)
• You will receive further communication via email. Please check your email regularly, including spam/junk folders.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

Qualifications:

• Six months as a Clerical Assistant 1 or equivalent federal/state position
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Or an equivalent combination of experience and training

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to perform essential job functions

Legal Requirements:

• Must pass a background check and meet CJIS compliance

How to Apply:

• Provide relevant experience and education on the application form; resumes and cover letters are not considered
• Submit your application by the closing date; late submissions will not be accepted
• Failure to follow application instructions may disqualify you

Veterans:

• Qualified veterans receive employment preference; more info at www.employment.pa.gov/Additional Info/Pages/default.aspx

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (for hearing and speech disabilities)

If you need accommodations during the interview process due to a disability, please discuss this with the interviewer in advance.

The Commonwealth is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or other protected categories.